Review - The Xtar SP100 Watt Foldable Solar Panel

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This review is on the new Xtar SP100 Foldable Solar Panel, which just became available on Amazon. We've had it for a couple of months for testing and it looks and works great. The prices are listed below and be sure to use the Gonagain discount code in your purchase.
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Комментарии : 92

@wandacraig8286 3 года назад

Of all the product reviews I've seen on RU-vid, I think yours are the most concise and informative. If I had a product out there that I wanted reviewed and promoted, I'd most certainly want you to do it.

@gonagain 3 года назад

Thank you, Wanda. We appreciate your kind comment.

@baneverything5580 3 года назад

@@gonagain Check out the Tacklife 100 watt panel on Walmart. Looks just like the Jackery with ETFE coating and SunPower cells but very inexpensive. I bought one and it powers a USB fan or light if I simply open the door underneath the carport and aim it toward the sunlight hitting the yard 20 feet away.

@baneverything5580 3 года назад

@@gonagain I bought the cheapest glass 100 watt solar panel I could find. When I connected it to my Bluetti EB70 I got a surprising 102 watts.

@gonagain 3 года назад

Some of the less expensive panels are still using high quality cells. Nice for us!

@jimv.661 3 года назад

Pretty slick outfit. I was just musing the other day how in the 70s I remember reading where they had found out how to have the sun excite a cell and it would make a tiny amount of electricity.

@flyovercounty1427 3 года назад

Thank you. Future archeologists are going to be mystified why Petroleum Man used 1000 different connections to move electrical volts :)

@jimb5113 3 года назад

Will they even know what electrical volts are?

@gonagain 3 года назад

To select one of the discount packages, put one solar panel in your shopping cart and then it gives you the option of choosing choices #1 through #4 with their respective discounts.

@PlainStraightShooter 3 года назад

Nice panel. Like you, lets get all these panels and chargers on the same plugs, standard as you say.

@1954shadow 3 года назад

Portable solar technology is really coming along, this solar panel set up is a good example.

@gonagain 3 года назад

The efficiency is going up and the price is going down!

@1954shadow 3 года назад

@@gonagain Bingo!

@williambingham2459 3 года назад

Once again, excellent review, in depth. Thanks so much, Rick, and Linda in the background!

@gonagain 3 года назад

She helps me a lot!

@jonkirkwood469 3 года назад

Thanks Rick. I've almost talked myself out of mounting solar panels on the roof of my trailer. The price on the portable panels is getting better by the month. The Xtar panels look convenient.

@gonagain 3 года назад

These are really good panels. I like the convenience of my roof mounted panels, but find a portable necessary for other things, like when there's shade on the roof.

@vincenzodemarco7983 3 года назад

Hi There, Good Morning. Wow, they 'keep on coming', and for me that's a good thing. Panels are improving. It's those 'little-things' that make life easier for us out in the field. Almost a Tad confusing with the Race for the Next Great Invention. So Far, So Good. But it's Paramount that we have Solid-Reviews on these New Goodies. Thanks Rick, you deliver the Much Needed News.👊

@vincenzodemarco7983 3 года назад

Oh Ya, to clarify the 'little things' regarding Solar Panels, I meant to say/pinpoint the Many Different Connectors and Wire Types to work with the ever-growing power stations. The Many Options & how some Panels do a better job of absorbing the sun.

@FirstSuiGeneris 3 года назад

Cool, little panel that will fit anywhere! Power to go at any event.

@donteatthefoxgloves377 3 года назад

I really like the aesthetics of this panel- but would Linda let you put it on her kitchen counter??? Seriously, thanks for review. I’m trying to navigate the (steep for me) learning curve of solar power technologies, but it’s difficult when I’m starting with almost no practical knowledge of the electrical system in our house beyond where the “fuse box” is in our garage. Some days it feels like all I’m learning about electricity is how much I don’t know about electricity!🌿🌿🌿

@gonagain 3 года назад

It's one of those things that needs to "click" in your brain, like algebra! It's actually not too hard.

@michaelc891 3 года назад

Great review. I would be interested in seeing a review on the Xtar power supply also. Safe travels.

@badgerpa9 3 года назад

Stay safe and healthy.

@gonagain 3 года назад

You too, Badger Pa! Thank you for watching our videos and your input is appreciated too.

@weswalker1208 3 года назад

Another great video guys

@Steve-Goff 3 года назад

Excellent review as always. I have several lithium ion and ni-mh chargers from XTAR. They always make good products. They make excellent flashlights as well

@gonagain 3 года назад

I'll look at their flashlights, thanks for the tip.

@patricklondon6006 3 года назад

Rick And Linda, Great review.

@gonagain 3 года назад

Thank you, Patrick.

@ScottSharpe2121 3 года назад

Nice review, solid panel. Those cells are Sunpower, top of the line cells, you can tell because there are no wires showing across the face of them, that a patented feature of Sunpower cells. All panels use a STC rating which is a laboratory test of each cell and then they add them up and that’s your panels wattage with a tolerance like 0/+3 or -3/+3 watts. PTC is real world or practical output which has too many factors to predict like sun angle, humidity, altitude, temperature and wire (length and gauge) so as they say you’re mileage will vary.

@wrbruce6100 3 года назад

Good video my friend. I was wondering if they installed some kind of reflectors on the side of the panels wouldn’t that help a lot. You need to set you up some kind of portable windmill for the windy days. Take care my friend

@ronstrobel9227 3 года назад

I'd like to see wind power, too. There is at least one other nomad going to try that, but I'd like to see Rick's take on it. He has unique ideas. ~ Kir (and Ron)

@gonagain 3 года назад

I've tried wind power many years ago on a sailboat and when I watch today's reviews on them I see the same problem I had and that's noise and vibration. I think they would be fine if they are away and separated from your rig, but if they attached to it then they might bother your sleep. Slim Potatohead tried one and had that problem also. I'd be willing to try one to see if modern tech has smoothed them out any.

@cvx2dog549 3 года назад

Thanks for the great review!

@dougwilson8274 3 года назад

OR you could get two $79 100watt thin panels from Lowes buy a hinge for $6 some pvc pipe for a stand $10 and have 200 watts of power for less......

@1951Roy 3 года назад

Is there a link, I like your idea.

@gonagain 3 года назад

I have a Renogy Suitcase folding solar panel kit and never take it along because of the weight and bulk. That's definitely something to be considered.

@utuberlars 3 года назад

Great

@JohnLIpe1 3 года назад

Thank You for your information on solar panels 😊

@gonagain 3 года назад

You're welcome, John, thanks for watching.

@tonyyost7125 3 года назад

Product works well and looks good...well buy......t

@gonagain 3 года назад

This panel is certainly a good one, more expensive than some, but it performs well. I kept it for Linda and I to use.

@volvoqueen9698 3 года назад

Do extra connectors Rob power? USB connectors to use excess juice for our excess power gulping devices. Good review!

@gonagain 3 года назад

Most power loss would be in the length of the cable used and not as much in the connectors.

@jonthebru 3 года назад

Very little if any at all. Like Rick wrote, the cable length and the tilt of the panel toward the sun would have a bigger effect.

@drillsergeant5338 3 года назад

Too pricey for the old Sarge, but excellent presentation.

@gonagain 3 года назад

Thanks Sarge. I depend on my roof panels, but find that it's nice to have a portable one as well.

@flynnsylvest257 Год назад

Hi, Great. review. Does the XTAR SP 100 come with the adaptor needed for a. Bluetti EB 3A? Couldn't for sure tell which kind of Bluetti you are using. Thanks!

@garretlewis4103 3 года назад

Good review. The panel looks good. Like a Jackery panel in blue. Was hoping there was a little more of a price difference with this panel and the Jackery. All of it made in China. From experience, Jackery has good customer service. I wonder what the customer service and possible warranty replacement from this company would be like. Did you ever review Dokio panels? I have a Dokio 100 watt panel and I feel it is a good value.

@gonagain 3 года назад

I haven't gotten my hands on a Dokio panel yet. I have the 100 watt Jackery panels and they are no where's near as efficient as this Xtar panel. I checked one side by side with an Itehil panel with these same Sunpower cells as the Xtar and the Jackery panel only put out half the wattage. Look up my Itehil review for that and you'll see.

@r.dennis3916 3 года назад

While I would love to use your link to buy the #4 on you list, the Xtar site is buggy (at least for me). The price is right, but the site doesn't allow me to add the items up. Respects, Richard

@gonagain 3 года назад

Thanks, I'll look into that.

@r.dennis3916 3 года назад

@@gonagain Well, you must have got there attention. I placed my order for the #4 on your list. Along with my EB55 and honda2200I I should be in good shape. Thank you, Richard

@flynnsylvest257 Год назад

addendum. to my earlier. question-- i. see. the. extension cable I can order with the XTAR has. 8mm barrel connectors--did you have one with. MC4. connectors instead? I didn't see that alternative and I wonder. what I need for charging the. Bluetti. EB3A. Thank you again

@RVingwithG 2 года назад

Rick, What is the Best Portable SOLAR Panel for the MONEY? the cost SO Much.

@gonagain 2 года назад

This is the most efficient panel we own. If you want to discuss this further, send me an email.

@cabomix 2 года назад

That’s not an SAE connector but an Anderson connector.

@JD-zh6qe 2 года назад

Very nice video ! Will the panel work with an MPPT-Device on a Car-Battery ?

@gonagain 2 года назад

Yes, it will. It's direct solar, just like a regular solar panel. This particular panel is one of the few that can actually almost get to 100watts of output for a 100watt panel.

@JD-zh6qe 2 года назад

@@gonagain Thank you !

@markreynolds3850 Год назад

👍interesting video

@weswalker1208 3 года назад

Okay I'll say it LOL producing more wattage than the jackery panel LOL I'm not sponsored hehehe

@wildhog3217 7 месяцев назад

It’s rated less than it actually gets but also cost more than those rated for 100w and only gets 70 to 80w.

@justslow-rollin6214 Год назад

How does the Xtar perform on cloudy days?

@gonagain Год назад

All solar panels need good sun to work, but you will still get some power from them. This panel is still the best performing panel that I have and does better than 120watt panels.

@earlsmithers8987 Год назад

Well, mine is a year old and the best I can get for watts is 78. So either something is wrong with it or the panels degrade fast.

@gonagain Год назад

78 watts isn't bad at all, but it needs to be a clear day with direct sun and without any haze to see it's full potential. It also needs to be pointed carefully directly at the sun to get the full wattage. It takes years of use for them to degrade to any extent.

@earlsmithers8987 Год назад

@@gonagain on the beach with full sun and set the proper angle.

@westcoast2k8 2 года назад

Is it safe to run 3 of these panels in a series connection?

@gonagain 2 года назад

Yes it is, depending on if the battery/controller that you're going to hook it up to can accept the increased voltage.

@bbbb-ng5cd 2 года назад

Hello it can charge 100ah lifepo4 battery ?

@gonagain 2 года назад

Yes, it can.

@LLostSoul1976 2 года назад

@ 12:34 sae? Isn't that a anderson connector?

@gonagain 2 года назад

The Xtar panel has a 8mm barrel connector.

@mabbaticchio 2 года назад

Yes, that is an Anderson connector on the other end of the Y adapter.

@247rdixon 2 года назад

How do you connect two panels together?

@gonagain 2 года назад

Hello Richard, you can get Y connectors through Amazon to match whatever panels you buy and whatever power station you have. Like two female 8mm barrel connectors to a single male 8mm barrel connector.

@247rdixon 2 года назад

@@gonagain Thanks

@hshalom9113 3 года назад

What all will this run and what else does one need? What type of batteries? Wgat type of power bank or whatever its called that the panels plug to?

@gonagain 3 года назад

That's a whole other subject but the easiest way is to have a portable power supply like the Bluetti EB55 in my video. That may be all you need depending on your energy requirements.

@hshalom9113 3 года назад

@@gonagain Thank you

@aztrails1 3 года назад

Will this work with the Jackery 300 with the proper adapter? Thanks.

@gonagain 3 года назад

Yes, it will work just fine.

@Cockeyed_Den8213 3 года назад

I am so far from getting solar it isn't funny. I hope to have about 1000 watts split between two bluetti's all on top of my 16 foot cargo trailer and with luck should have 400 watts charging to each Bluetti. I am also thinking of putting a rack on my truck and try and get another 800 watts for when I use my 12 foot cargo trailer with this set up I should get 700 watts of charging and swap from one Bluetti to the other. and when I put the battery bank in the 16 footer it'll give me 700 watts to charge that from the truck but untill I get set up a gas Generator will have to do the job of the solar. I don't have a lot to run lights , Fridge , cpap and will be adding a window unit and that will run off the Generator remember I am in the 90's to 100's here so that's a must. I am looking to use 200 or 250 watts panels. It was a lot cheaper before my wife got into camping with me but I still enjoy having her with me just so I know someone still wants to nag at me lol. Take care and stay safe.

@gonagain 3 года назад

But does she cook? Lol! After spending a couple of weeks last month in Iowa, Kansas and Nebraska I can see how important having AC would be. 90+ degrees and 100% humidity is no laughing matter!

@jwagnermail 3 года назад

This review was about the solar panel, not so much how to use them, but something I always worry about with portable panels is the visibility of them sitting on the ground. In a crowded campground, small and low panels can be driven over by an RV with low visibility in the back. You could also have them knocked down by kids on bikes (who don't care about campsite lines). I would use some orange flags on 4 foot sticks behind my portable panels to make them more visible.

@gonagain 3 года назад

I also worry about theft, but this panel is so easy to deploy that I just take it in if we're leaving the camp to run an errand.

@jwagnermail 3 года назад

@@gonagain Maybe there is a solution to both issues. If you built some sort of folding rack on the front of your tow vehicle, you can lock the portable panel (a cheap bike lock), and you would be high enough that nobody will drive over the panel. This will require you to position the front of the truck into the sun, then switch direction in the afternoon. A little fussy, but I think worth the trouble in campgrounds where theft and random drivers are an issue.

@gonagain 3 года назад

That's actually a good idea. You could also put a panel of this size inside the front window, like a sunshade, if the temperatures aren't too hot.

@jwagnermail 3 года назад

@@gonagain Or build a folding rack that will hold the portable panel over the outside of the front window. This will work better for keeping heat outside (the hot panel will be outside the vehicle), it will be up away from getting hit by a car or bike, and it can be secured with a lock. I guess you will not worry about heat from the panel on a cold day, so inside the windshield works better when you can use some heat in the car. One other advantage - a panel that is secured to a rack will not fly away in a sudden wind gust.

@ddt6304 2 года назад

@@jwagnermail how would you do this please? This was what I was thinking of doing-up off the ground. Great thoughts you both have-how would you execute it?